VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.
About The Role
We are seeking a General Operative to join the VolkerLaser team in Scotland. As a vital member of the operations team, the successful candidate will carry out a range of tasks within their discipline, working under site management direction to deliver work safely, efficiently, and to the required quality and specification.
Location: Falkirk and other locations around Scotland
Responsibilities
- Carry out a variety of construction and civil engineering tasks as required.
- Operate tools, plant and equipment safely and competently in line with training, instruction and authorisation.
- Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with company procedures, method statements and risk assessments.
- Maintain a high standard of housekeeping on site, including the care and maintenance of tools, plant and work areas.
- Identify and report hazards, near misses, defects or unsafe working conditions.
- Comply with all health, safety, wellbeing and environmental policies and procedures at all times, with responsibility for your own and others safety in your daily activity.
- Participate and actively engage in all site briefings, toolbox talks, and training activities.
About You
- Previous experience working on construction sites
- Previous experience in concrete repair/strengthening, cathodic protection or civils would be advantageous
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements
- CSCS card
- Relevant job specific tickets
- Full UK valid driving licence
If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.
Why work with us?
VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.
By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We Offer a Range Of Benefits, Including
- Competitive salary
- Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
- Option to buy additional annual leave
- Private medical care
- Pension
- Life Assurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
- Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
- Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
- Flexible working opportunities
- Employee Assistance programme
- Mental health, physical health, and financial support
- 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.
If you need support with your application, please contact us at ***email_hidden***
Additional information
Note For Recruitment Agencies
Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.
We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed to ***email_hidden***
VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.
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